To make the star: Place a pretty section from a sweater over a cardboard star form (available at crafts stores) and cut, leaving 1-inch excess all around. Starting at the center and working out, hot-glue to secure. Glue edges under the form.
To make the garland: Cut star shapes from sweater fabric using our free downloadable template. Adhere heavy iron-on fusible interfacing to the backs of the stars; trim. Hot-glue a large sequin in the center of each star. Glue stars to yarn and hang.
To make the stool sleeves: Cut the arms from sweaters in half lengthwise and sew a seam in each to create tubes to fit stool legs. Turn ends under 1 inch and hem. Slide onto legs.
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To display, string decorative ribbon across an empty frame and hang finished ornaments from ribbon with embroidery floss.
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Garlands, globe lights, and mini presents also make fun tree decorations.
To make the trees:
To create the forest:
Spray-paint a herd of miniature plastic reindeer or moose. Insert the trees into the holes of a cribbage board and arrange animals around the trees.
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Editor’s Tip: Make a few of these for a unique hostess gift, or let Christmas guests take them home as party favors.
